How to Make an Electric Circuit

In this modern day, electricity is commonplace and is taken for granted. But when asked how it works, many people are mystified. Children, especially, can understand how electricity works by performing experiments on their own. This experiment to make an electric circuit is safe, simple and easy to do.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• D size battery
• Small light bulb holder
• Light bulb that fits the holder
• Wire that should already be attached to the battery holder
• On/Off switch (optional)

1. Gather the supplies listed in the "Things You Will Need" section. Place them on a table.

2. Set the battery aside. Take the battery holder and attach the red wire to one contact point on the light bulb holder and the black wire to the other contact point on the light bulb holder. If you would like to use a switch, attach the switch to the middle of the red wire.

3. Place the small light bulb inside the light bulb holder. Screw it in.

4. Put the battery inside the battery holder if you are not using a switch. As soon as the battery is in tight, the light bulb should light up since there is a complete electric circuit.

5. Make sure the switch is in the off position if you are using one. Place the battery inside the battery holder and turn the switch on. The light bulb should light up since there is a complete electric circuit.

Tips & Warnings

• The top of the battery should be next to the red wire and the bottom should be next to the black wire.
• Don't attach the wires to the light bulb holder while the battery is inside of the battery holder. You could receive a small shock.